Francesco Oppini Dismisses Juventus-Xavi Hernandez Links Amid Speculation

Coming to the forefront of recent football speculation, Juventus has been linked with Xavi Hernandez as a potential managerial replacement for Thiago Motta. Motta has struggled to meet expectations despite having one of the strongest squads in Serie A. Juventus fans, accustomed to their club’s dominance, have expressed frustration over inconsistent performances, especially after their unbeaten run came to an end. With growing pressure to deliver victories instead of draws, Motta's future at the club remains uncertain.

However, football pundit Francesco Oppini has dismissed these rumours, clarifying that Juventus has not approached Xavi regarding the managerial role. As per Tuttomercatoweb, Oppini stated, “Xavi has not been contacted by Juventus to date.” Despite Xavi’s successful tenure at Barcelona, where he secured a La Liga title, doubts remain about whether he would significantly improve Juventus’ fortunes. Critics argue that his tactical approach may not be suited to the club’s current squad.